Annabeth's pov:
I swear the fates are playing some cruel game with me. Percy left with Mr Jackson for work early today- this is what Sara told us. I am both relieved and disappointed by this. Disappointed because I wanted to tell him as soon as possible before anything gets complicated. Relieved because well, I got some more time.
"You didn't tell him yesterday did you?" Piper asks me at the breakfast table.
I sigh and reply "no, I didn't."
"You have to tell him Annabeth" Thalia says exasperatedly, rubbing her forehead.
"I know! I was going to tell him today morning and look what happened!" I say frustrated by the recent turn of events. Stupid, stupid seaweed brain. Why did he have to leave again? Just when I was about to tell him...
I run a hand through my hair and look down, my appetite now lost.
Someone keeps a comforting hand on my shoulder and says "it's okay Annabeth, don't fret over it. He'll come home soon, I asked Sara. She said he'll arrive by dinner time." It's Piper of course. Only she can talk so calmly and logically in such a situation. I send her thankful look as she smiles gently at me.
My phone rings breaking the silence. It's Percy.
"See? He called this time." Jason says grinning at me.
I smile slightly as I see our picture on the screen. How can I ever be angry at my seaweed brain?
"uh wise girl?" he asks nervously as I pick up the call.
"hmm" I reply trying not to sound too happy that he called.
"Dad just wouldn't listen to me wise girl, plus the office really needed me today. I'll make it up to you guys, promise. I'll definitely reach home by dinner today. And...I'm not going to die anytime soon am I?" he asks a bit worriedly.
I laugh at this. He always knows how to lighten up my mood and make me happy.
"Thalia's not killing you anytime soon for leaving again. At least I hope she isn't" I add the last part, smirking.
He groans and says "anyways, I'll be seeing you later then. Bye wise girl." He says ending the call.
"Look at her now, smiling like crazy. The effect that boy has on you..." Thalia trails off as Piper and Jason grin at me.
My smile just grows wider as I go to my room to read the books I bought yesterday. None of us want to go outside today. Thalia may take off in one of Percy's cars, but other than that no one. Jason and Piper are probably in the basement passing time together.
We pretty much have a boring day afterwards. I told you Percy is like the glue binding us all together, remember? We are all kind of incomplete without him in way or the other. It's not the same without him making us laugh every other minute. Thalia manages to bring back Percy's car without a scratch- which is truly a great achievement. Jason and Piper are out in the garden I guess. After lunch Thalia and Jason connect some video game to the TV- and started fighting, obviously. They can't go a day without that.
I had plenty of time to think, therefore. "Go to his room and confess it to him Annabeth. Don't mould or sugar-coat your words. Don't leave out any information. Just tell him whatever you feel and be honest. I'm sure he'll understand Annabeth. He will never hurt you intentionally, he cares too much about you to do that." Piper suggests. And let me tell you she's the best for relationship advices. I never thought I would need them so early though.
We were both just sitting on the couches, watching the siblings' drama unfold in front of us.
"What happens after I tell him Piper? I mean, he may not feel the same, and...and I don't think I can bare the heartbreak. I love him too much." I voice the question which had me worrying the entire night.
"Well you're never going to find out what will happen if you never voice your thoughts. It will hurt- a lot- if the outcome is...not in your favour. But what if it is? I'm sure there will be no happier being than you in the world. So, just give it chance okay? Plus, it's a huge relief- finally admitting to someone that you love them. It's like a weight you've been carrying around all your life has finally been lifted off your shoulders and you're finally breathing properly. You no more have to secretly admire them or crave for them. They're all yours. I'm telling this from experience Annabeth. You won't believe how happy I was when Jason and I finally admitted our love to each other." Piper says looking lovingly towards her boyfriend who is trying to distract Thalia to win the game. Her eyes are shining with pure love for him and admiring him without having to hide it.
"You're the best Pipes" I say and it's true. Her words and advice gave me confidence to admit and hope that all will be fine.
It's 8:10 pm when I hear the doorbell ring. Jason and Thalia have fought numerous times by now- both verbally and physically.
Sara opens the door which is immediately followed by a loud "WOOF!"
Sara's eyes grow wide and her mouth parts in shock and surprise at whoever is at the door.
A big black Tibetan Mastiff enters the house barking and wagging it's tale. It is about 24 inches tall with thick black fur. We all look up in shock as it jumps and barks around...happily, I guess? At least I hope it's happy. I wouldn't want to see it angry, it looks dangerous enough already.
"Stop Mrs O'Leary!" an angelic voice says laughing.
A beautiful girl of around my age enters the house as Sara shuts the door close behind her dazedly.
The girl's face was milky pale, with high cheekbones, dark almond-shaped eyes and pouty lips. Her long caramel coloured hair swayed down her back in a mesmerizing way. The sweetheart neckline and close fitting of the simple but elegant white dress complimented her hourglass figure perfectly as if it was specially designed and stitched for her. She was without doubt the most beautiful woman I had ever seen. She didn't have an ounce of makeup on her face, and that just made her a lot more beautiful, because she seemed so natural. She seems like someone all the men desire, but will give her heart to only the worthiest of them all. Her handsome face and intelligent eyes showed she was not one to be taken lightly or to be pleased by flattery. She gracefully walked towards the dog and patted him on the head. Almost instantly, it stopped barking and knelt down quietly, nuzzling his nose in her hand.
She them seemed to notice four teenagers gaping at her in awe and turned towards us smiling. I could almost hear the boys sigh at her charming smile.
She looked at us confusion, then turned to looks towards Sara, who still seemed shocked and a bit dazed. Sara, sensing the silent question introduces us.
"This is Calypso, a...uh a friend of Percy's?" she says ending the sentence with a question like she isn't quite sure who to introduce her as. "Calypso, these are some friends of Percy's who came with him this year to spend some time together." A flash of understanding passes her bewitching eyes as Sara continues "this is Annabeth- his best friend, Thalia and Jason- his cousins, and Piper- Jason's girlfriend."
She smiles and firmly shakes each of our hands, greeting us.
"It's a pleasure to meet you all." She says in her melodious voice.
The doorbell rings again and Sara opens the door to reveal Percy and Mr Jackson. The dog perks up seeing Percy and lunges at him sending him crashing to the ground.
"Percy!" I exclaim and move forward to help him but Calypso's laugh stops me. I then realize the dog is not attacking him, but licking his face and wagging it's tail in delight.
"Mrs O'Leary! How are you here girl?!" Percy exclaims sounding shocked and excited. He laughs, scratching her behind the ear and somehow manages to get out from under the tall, heavy dog.
Mr Jackson sees Calypso first and his eyes widen. He looks towards us standing beside her and furrows his eyebrows, looking deep in thought.
Percy stands up and his eyes fall straight on Calypso. And stay there. He just stands there staring at her with wide eyes, mouth slightly open apart. His eyes roam all over her body, taking in every inch of her, as if he can't quite believe she's here.
The four of us are standing still, not moving an inch, confused at everyone's reaction to Calypso's arrival. Why does everyone seem so shocked and...worried?
A single word releases from Percy's mouth, like a silent whisper which would not have been heard if not for the pin drop silence in the mansion.
"Calypso" he sighs as a strange emotion flashes through his eyes- one I have never seen before.